The New FN 509

Published on August 26, 2017
Duration: 1:34

The FN 509 is a durable, striker-fired 9mm semi-automatic pistol developed from the FNS compact architecture and born out of the Army's MHS competition. It features a 4-inch cold hammer-forged stainless steel barrel with a 1:10-inch right-hand twist rate, a trigger pull between 5.5 and 7.5 pounds, and a polymer frame weighing 26.9 ounces. The pistol includes ambidextrous magazine and slide releases, fixed three-dot luminescent sights, and a Mil-Std 1913 accessory rail. Extensive testing has confirmed its reliability, ammunition compatibility, and durability.

Quick Summary

The FN 509 is a 9mm striker-fired semi-automatic pistol, developed from the FNS compact and born out of the Army's MHS competition. It boasts a 4-inch cold hammer-forged barrel with a 1:10 twist, a 5.5-7.5 lb trigger pull, and ambidextrous controls. Extensive testing confirms its reliability and durability.

Chapters

  1. 00:02Introduction & FNS Compact Architecture
  2. 00:07FN 509 Origin: Army MHS Competition
  3. 00:13Striker Fire 9mm Semi-Auto Design
  4. 00:25FN 509 Technical Specifications
  5. 00:27Barrel Length & Rifling
  6. 00:35Trigger Pull Weight
  7. 00:39Frame Weight & Grip Texturing
  8. 00:46Sights & Accessory Rail
  9. 00:53Ambidextrous Controls
  10. 00:54Included Accessories
  11. 01:02Extensive Reliability Testing
  12. 01:15Conclusion & Further Review

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the FN 509 pistol?

The FN 509 is a durable, striker-fired 9mm semi-automatic pistol. It was developed using the FNS compact architecture and emerged from the Army's MHS competition, building its own reputation for reliability and performance.

What are the key technical specifications of the FN 509?

The FN 509 features a 7.4-inch overall length, a 4-inch cold hammer-forged stainless steel barrel with a 1:10-inch right-hand twist rate, and a trigger pull between 5.5 and 7.5 pounds. Its polymer frame weighs 26.9 ounces.

What ergonomic and sighting features does the FN 509 offer?

The FN 509 includes textured grip surfaces on the front, rear, and sides. It is equipped with fixed three-dot luminescent sights and a Mil-Std 1913 accessory mounting rail. Both the magazine and slide releases are ambidextrous.

How reliable is the FN 509?

The FN 509 platform has been extensively tested for reliability, ammunition compatibility, and durability, accumulating over 1 million rounds. This rigorous testing ensures its readiness for demanding use.

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